What is the cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba is to train which costs $12 - $19 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornsby station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station, Stand C and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Hornsby and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Hornsby station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Hornsby to Katoomba?

The distance between Hornsby and Katoomba is 120 km. The road distance is 97.3 km.

How do I travel from Hornsby to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $12 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Hornsby to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Hornsby to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Katoomba bus from?

Hornsby to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Katoomba train from?

Hornsby to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train or bus from Hornsby to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Katoomba is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $12 - $19. Alternatively, you can line 600 bus and bus, which costs $13 - $26 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Hornsby to Katoomba bus arrive?

Hornsby to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Parramatta Station, Stand B3.

Where does the Hornsby to Katoomba train arrive?

Hornsby to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from Hornsby to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to Katoomba is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Hornsby to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 508+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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There are 3 ways to get from Hornsby to Katoomba by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 23m
$12–18
Line 600 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 22Bm / ...
2h 51m
$13–26
Drive 97.3 km
1. Drive from Hornsby to Katoombacar 97.3 km
1h 21m
$18–26

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Distance: 120 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Hornsby, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hornsby Station, Stand C to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand B, Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A, Parramatta Station, Stand B3, and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St in around 2h 51m.

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